Finance charge is a fee that represents the cost of borrowing or credit. In this equation, it shows the total amount paid through credit subtracted by the cost of vehicle. let x be the finance charge
x = $4,100 + 36 months ($251.34/month) - <span>$11,578 </span>x = $4,100 + $9,048.24 - <span>$11,578 </span> x = ($4,100 + $9,048.24) - $11,578 x = $13,148.24 - $11,578 x = $1,570.24. The finance charge is $1,570.24